Daily Red Sox Links: Felix Doubront, Jonny Gomes, Xander Bogaerts

2014 will be a big year for Felix Doubront and his future earning potential. (Tim Britton; Providence Journal)

Jonny Gomes got the start yesterday against the right-handed Ubaldo Jimenez, but the plan remains to keep him in a platoon. (Jason Mastrodonato; Masslive.com)

Jon Lester showed on Monday that he can hold down the position of staff ace. (Alex Skillin; Fire Brand of the AL)

For Sports on Earth, Jorge Arangure Jr. tells the fascinating story on how Xander Bogaerts came to become a member of the Red Sox organization. (Jorge Arangure Jr.; Sports on Earth)

Speaking of Bogaerts, the young shortstop has quickly become a very popular dude. (Gordon Edes; ESPN Boston)

In the most absurd and annoying story of the young season, David Ortiz has denied that his selfie was a promotional tool. (Rob Bradford; WEEI.com)

Ian Cundall has scouting reports on two of Boston's youngest and most talented prospects. (Ian Cundall; Sox Prospects)